Kaffir lily is also commonly called Clivia. As a houseplant it usually blooms in winter with clusters of up to 20 reddish orange or yellow tubular flowers. Clivia blooms only when it has been exposed to cool, dry conditions, so give it lower temperatures in winter and keep it on the dry side. With its deep green straplike leaves aligned in a single plane, the plant is attractive even when not in bloom.
Clivia miniata is both beautiful and indestructible. Deep green, straplike leaves arch 2-3 feet above the crown, forming a graceful fountain. In early spring (and often twice a year), the plant bursts forth with clusters of orange, Lily-shaped blooms that are carried on strong stems and last for several weeks. Clivias thrive even in a north window and require very little care, growing larger and more impressive with age.
Clivias have some of the most spectacular flowers around. They are easy to grow and it is also very easy to repot them.
It’s extra easy to grow and the flowers brighten up January days when there’s not a lot else in bloom.
Name: Clivia miniata
Growing Conditions:
- Medium light
- 60-75 degrees F., 50-55 degrees F. in winter
- Keep soil barely moist
Size: To 2 feet tall and wide
Note: This plant is poisonous and can make children or pets ill if they eat or chew on the plant.
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